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R822 CMV

1997 Ford Orion

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,048 mi
Last recorded42,048 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR822 CMV
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2007 42,048 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 32,314 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 32,314 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

How Reliable is the Ford Orion?

Based on 85,037 MOT tests across 23,306 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
2,517
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
23,306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 15,192
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,866
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,274
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,059
constant velocity joint gaiter split 4,009
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R822 CMV is a 1997 Ford Orion in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Ford Orion fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 15,192 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R822 CMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Orion typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Orion is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R822 CMV registered?

R822 CMV is a 1997 Ford Orion, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R822 CMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R822 CMV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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